
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Park Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $480 (33 Rentals)


Village Green

The 2800 Residences

The Concord Building

Douglas Oaks

Legacy Meadows

Canary Lofts

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Old Main & Drake Apartments

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Forest Avenue Village

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3809 University Ave

University Terrace Apartments

3309 University Ave

Clover Creek

Brickstone Apartments

Twin Manor

1123 24th

The Brady Apartments
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Prospect Park, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prospect Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Prospect Park Studio Apartments | $1,004 | $480 | $2,061 |
| Prospect Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $480 | $2,061 |
| Prospect Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $725 | $4,055 |
| Prospect Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,100 | $2,445 |
| Prospect Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $965 | $1,634 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleProspect Park, Des Moines, IA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prospect Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Prospect Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Prospect Park is under $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Prospect Park?
The cheapest apartment in Prospect Park is 3309 University Ave which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Prospect Park costs $1,090.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Prospect Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Prospect Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Prospect Park?
Cheap apartments in Prospect Park have an average cost of $576 which is $514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Prospect Park.
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